VOL. 69, NO. 16
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SEPTEMBER 9, 2015
Scholarship opportunity announced at ministry day University of Mary to cut cost of master's degree in half for Catholic school employees By Katrina Genereux Staff Writer, OND CROOKSTON, MINN. — “When we see each other and realize how strong our family is … it strengthens our purpose as educators,” said Tina Stanger, Superintendant of Schools for the Diocese of Crookston. “I hope something today will resonate with each teacher and carry them through the year.” Teachers, principals, pastors, school personnel and those involved in religious education were invited to the Diocese of Crookston Ministry Day held Sept. 1 at the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception, Crookston. The day included two speakers, Mass, meetings with fellow grade-level teachers, and administrative updates.
Joan Mangino, an Admissions Representative for University of Mary, speaks with teachers about a scholarship partnership between the university and Catholic schools in the Diocese of Crookston during Diocesan Ministry Day. (Photo credit: Katrina Genereux/OND)
Something new at this year’s Diocesan Ministry Day was the presence of Joan Mangino, a University of Mary Admissions
Representative. This year, the university is partnering with Catholic schools in the Diocese of Crookston to offer scholar-
ships for 50 percent of tuition costs for education-related advanced degrees. The University of Mary is headquartered in Bismarck, but has satellite locations in Fargo and Grand Forks. Degrees that qualify include: Master of Education in Elementary Administration, Secondary Administration, and Curriculum Assessment and Instruction, and a Master of Science in Sports and Physical Education. The approximate cost of the degree after the University of Mary scholarship is approximately $8,800. According to Stanger, the classes involve a mixture of online and classroom instruction. The classroom instruction occurs on two Saturdays each semester and currently would be held
in Fargo. Stanger added that if eight or more teachers sign up, the classroom time could be moved to a more centrally located place if needed. Mangino said through this partnership, the university and schools in the diocese can help their teachers stay on the cutting edge. “I’m really excited for this opportunity for our teachers,” Stanger said. Some of the schools in the diocese are offering their own incentives to their staff members interested in pursuing advanced degrees at the University of Mary. Mangino said a few schools are providing a portion of the remaining tuition, and using it as a retention incentive. She described it as a benefit for MINISTRY DAY: Continued on Page 7
Retired priest of Diocese of Crookston, Father Frank, dies at age 100 Father Francis "Frank" Kulhawik, 100, of Crookston, Minn., formerly Twin Valley, Minn., died Sept. 02, 2015, in Villa St. Vincent nursing home in Crookston. Francis Joseph Kulhawik was born Sept. 20, 1914, the son of Nickedemus and Josephine (Jurewicz) Kulhawik in Shenandoah, Pa., where he was raised. Frank, as he was known to everyone, was baptized at St. Casimir's Catholic Church in Shenandoah and attended school there. After his graduation from high school, Frank went to the seminary, and was ordained May 18, 1940, by Bishop Crane of the Archdiocese of Philadelphia. For several years, Father Frank was a priest at several churches throughout the Archdiocese of Philadelphia. In 1973, he transferred to the Diocese of Crookston.
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Father Frank was the Chaplain at St. Francis Residence in Crookston from 1974 to 1975. He served as Administrator at St. John’s, Georgetown, and St. Lawrence’s, Felton, from 1975 to 1977. He then served as pastor at St. John the Baptist, Alma, from 1977 to 1982 and Assumption, Florian, from 1977 to 1984. During his last years at Assumption, Father Frank also served at St. Edward's, Strandquist, from 1982 to 1984. For the following six years, he was pastor for St. Patrick’s, Hallock, and Holy Rosary, Lancaster. Father Frank then became the Administrator at St. Joseph’s, Fertile, from 1990 to 1993 and St. William’s, Twin Valley, from 1990 to 1996. After his retirement, Father Frank continued to serve the sacramental needs of many parishes in the Diocese of Crookston.
Father Frank enjoyed traveling and was an amateur photographer. He greatly respected and treasured the teachings of two of his favorite Popes, which were Pope Pius XI and Pope John Paul II. Father Frank dedicated his life to the Lord and many people were greatly blessed through his ministry. Father Frank is survived by several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, four sisters and three brothers. Funeral Services were held on Sept. 8 at 11 a.m. at St. William’s Catholic Church, Twin Valley. Visitation was at 2 p.m. on Sept. 7, with a prayer service at 3 p.m., at St. William’s. Arrangements were handled by Anderson Family Funeral Home of Twin Valley.
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Father Francis "Frank" Kulhawik